CFAES Impact: September/October 2024

  1. BroadbandOhio Community Accelerator, a collaborative by Ohio State University Extension community development in partnership with BroadbandOhio, is advancing broadband access for Ohio producers, enhancing precision agriculture in areas where connectivity is limited or inaccessible.

  2. CFAES researchers are pioneering an agrivoltaics project to harmonize solar energy production with agricultural activities on the same land, focusing on optimizing the growth and quality of alfalfa and cool-season grasses. 

  3. As energy prices soar in Ohio and nationwide, farmers are exploring ways to cut costs through energy efficiency and renewable energy practices.

  4. This summer, four CFAES students simulated a long-duration voyage as part of the NASA Deep Space Food Challenge. The Simunauts operated and maintained novel food production technologies designed by four U.S. companies to withstand the rigors of space travel.

  5. Thinking about tapping into the natural power of the sun and integrating solar panels into your operation? OSU Extension’s Energize Ohio website offers resources and information to help you make the choice.

  6. Navigate the ever-evolving energy landscape in Ohio with valuable resources from Energize Ohio. You’ll find a variety of research-based information, tools, and programs from OSU Extension’s Energy Outreach Program.